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Students, teacher bring praise to ethnic traditions to American Thanksgiving
Students, teacher bring praise to ethnic traditions to American Thanksgiving
Student from farm-owning family, teachers, promote reliance on farms in increasingly urban times
Student from farm-owning family, teachers, promote reliance on farms in increasingly urban times
Students, teacher weigh impact of celebrity endorsements on students’ political views
Students, teacher weigh impact of celebrity endorsements on students’ political views
Counselor, students examine social media habits, doomscrolling’s effects on mental health
Counselor, students examine social media habits, doomscrolling’s effects on mental health
Students, economics teacher discuss consumer culture created by peer pressure
Students, economics teacher discuss consumer culture created by peer pressure
November Nurses
November Nurses
50 years of SNL
50 years of SNL
A Knight to Remember
A Knight to Remember
Create, Connect, Care: Self-Care Month
Create, Connect, Care: Self-Care Month
Fashion Forward
Fashion Forward
As Thanksgiving, Black Friday approaches, consider negative impacts of commercialism, true meaning of holidays
As Thanksgiving, Black Friday approaches, consider negative impacts of commercialism, true meaning of holidays
Technology has done wonders for sustaining communication, connections
Technology has done wonders for sustaining communication, connections
Virtual communication is undoubtedly detrimental to our social lives and mental health
Virtual communication is undoubtedly detrimental to our social lives and mental health
Online political rage-bait debates serve as a deterrent to constructive discourse
Online political rage-bait debates serve as a deterrent to constructive discourse
Graphic Perspective: Thanksgiving Tier List
Graphic Perspective: Thanksgiving Tier List
Juniors Nate Ventura and Tysen Pauwels look over postcards on Nov. 16, 2024 at the Carmel Arts Council Children's Art Gallery. They viewed all of the artwork done by children from around the city and learned about the history of the art gallery. “It was cool to see all of the things created by little kids and find out more about Carmel,” Ventura said.
Carmel Clay History Museum to have their grand opening on Nov. 20, emphasizes importance of historical preservation
An early voter is entering the information required to cast a ballot at the CCPL on Oct. 30 for the 2024 election. Nie said people being more bipartisan and willing to listen to each other will help the partisan divide.
As the presidential election concludes, students question partisan political climate
Junior Sophia Tahir tries out the new sunscreen dispensers at the Westermeier Commons Playground and Splash Pad on October 25th. 2024. Carmel Clay Parks had only recently implemented these in order to help and raise awareness about sun protection. “Sunscreen is a need to protect against skin cancer,” said Tahir.
Installation of sunscreen dispensers in Carmel parks amplifies Carmel’s public skin health efforts
2024-2025 Accents posing for their professional photo. Choir director Katherine Kouns said, “Most of November is spent preparing for Holiday Spectacular.” (Submitted photo: Carmel Choirs)
Accents to attend Butler Treble Choir Festival on Nov. 18
Key Club class officers hold their craft pumpkins they made at a Carmel Key Club meeting on Nov. 2. Key Club officer Vritika Arya said Carmel Key Club makes it a priority to give back to the community.
Carmel Key Club celebrates Halloween through crafts
Kids draw and participate in Diwali activities at the Diwali party held at Midtown on Oct. 26. Arya said the experience was really fun and allowed her to connect with her culture better.
Indian students share Diwali celebrations, impact on cultural identity
Students take notes and ask questions at the Yale College Visit on Sept. 26. Junior Olivia Widjaja said affirmative action has not impacted her greatly but she sees how it could hurt minorities and their chances of getting into university.
In a post-affirmative action world, students employ new tools, considerations in college applications
Seniors Amna Ahmad, Eesha Singh and Mahira Hafeez color in various Salvador Dali paintings at the Newfields Lume exhibit. The students were a part of the AP Spanish Language field trip to the art museum.
Students, teacher weigh the benefits of implementing field trips alongside classwork
School board candidate Jon Shapiro meets early voters at the polls to reach more voters and clarify aspects of his campaign at the Carmel Clay Public Library on Oct. 30. Shapiro decided to run for school board in the winter of 2023 and started knocking on doors during spring of 2024. “I'm committed to making sure that we're bringing the community's voice to the table and allowing our families and other members of the community to have some input and be able to provide feedback on how we are doing,” Shapiro said.
Partisan influences in school board election shape prospective policies for students, affect potential school board dynamic
AP European History teacher Jennifer Ellery mentors a student as she studies for an upcoming exam. Jennifer Ellery was awarded most influential teacher from the 2023-2024 school year.
Students, teacher consider the positive effects of having a mentor on personal growth
Carmel plays against Zionsville on Nov. 14. Carmel lost 49-38.
Basketball preseason training builds teamwork, sharpens skills
Senior Sophie Mock takes a swing at a golf ball during a tournament. Mock has been noted as one of three golfers to record a hole-in-one at the IHSSA girls final. (Submitted Photo: Sophie Mock)
Athlete Spotlight: Sophie Mock on making records at the ISSA girls golf state finals
Students reflect on pros, cons of playing club sports
Students reflect on pros, cons of playing club sports
On Oct. 14, the CHS varsity girls volleyball team prepares to go into their first sectionals match for the 2024 year. They prepared by going through drills to get them ready for situations that could occur during sectionals.
Athletes, College and Career Counselor consider motivations behind playing sports in college
Sophomore Edward Chen hits a pickleball at the Pickle-Pong Club callout on Aug. 23 in the Fieldhouse gym. The club consisted of playing pickleball and ping pong games.
Q&A with sophomore Stephanie Tan and sponsor Fernando Yañez on pickle-pong club, racket sports
"Wicked" poster controversy sparks a debate about the importance of accuracy versus artistic freedom [opinion]
“Wicked” poster controversy sparks a debate about the importance of accuracy versus artistic freedom [opinion]
Adaptation of Wuthering Heights sparks debate on casting practices, importance of book-accurate portrayals
Adaptation of Wuthering Heights sparks debate on casting practices, importance of book-accurate portrayals
With the release of the new Hearstopper season students, teachers theorize on if queer media has broken into mainstream culture.
With the release of the new Hearstopper season students, teachers theorize on if queer media has broken into mainstream culture.
Chilling or Childish? The downfall of modern horror movies [opinion]
Chilling or Childish? The downfall of modern horror movies [opinion]
“Uglies” is a call for change in the YA dystopian genre [opinion]
“Uglies” is a call for change in the YA dystopian genre [opinion]
Humans of CHS: Geography Test
Humans of CHS: Geography Test
Senior Jessica Dinh films in the CHTV studio. Dinh said her favorite part of the filmmaking process is editing.
Q&A with CHTV member and senior Jessica Dinh on Emmy win
Senior Fern Comentale works on her Principles of Early Childhood homework on Nov. 7 during her SSRT. Comentale said her high school teachers have inspired her to pursue a career in education.
Students, teacher consider the implications of a career in education
Q&A with Aleeza Price, co-president of Gardening Together club, on gardening for beginners
Q&A with Aleeza Price, co-president of Gardening Together club, on gardening for beginners
Senior Vritika Arya dissects a baby pig for her Biomedical Innovations class. "I realized I loved (the program), and then I did it all four years," she said. "Today we’re cutting up pigs and looking at their anatomy, and those little things excite me so much.”
Career Pathways provide targeted career experiences for students
Junior Veronica Farrell interacts with a Carmel Elementary School student at her after-school job on April 30. Farrell said one of her favorite parts of her job is helping kids make crafts.
Q&A with junior Veronica Farrell and senior Zoey LaFollette on experiences working with elementary school students
Q&A with Sergeant Troy Smith, CCS SRO, K9 supervisor, trainer, about K-9 officers
Q&A with Sergeant Troy Smith, CCS SRO, K9 supervisor, trainer, about K-9 officers
Junior Sriyesh Sirineni works on his Integrated Marketing Campaign paper on Feb. 16 for upcoming DECA competitions. Sirineni said his motivation for DECA comes from the opportunity to travel to California and the social aspects during competitions.
Q&A with junior Sriyesh Sirineni on DECA competitions
Sophomores Luke Boyce and Hannah Sevening rehearse for their duo musical act on Jan. 17. They prepared for the upcoming Indiana State Thespians Conference on Jan. 19-20.
Q&A with sophomores Luke Boyce, Hannah Sevening on Theater, competing at the Thespian State Conference
CHS students share their dream vacation destinations
CHS students share their dream vacation destinations
Humans of CHS: Geography Test
Humans of CHS: Geography Test
Humans of CHS: Halloween Costumes
Humans of CHS: Halloween Costumes
Humans of CHS: Senior Advice
Humans of CHS: Senior Advice
Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day
Humans of CHS: National Cinema Day
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite season and why?
Humans of CHS: What is your favorite season and why?
Month In Review: October 2024
Month In Review: October 2024
Month In Review: August/September 2024
Month In Review: August/September 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming Game 2024
LiteBox Special Feature: Homecoming Game 2024
Month In Review: April 2024
Month In Review: April 2024
Connections: November 19
Connections: November 19
Mini Crossword: November 19
Mini Crossword: November 19
Word Search: November 15
Word Search: November 15
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Mini Crossword: November 12
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Wordle: November 4
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Connections: November 19
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Connections: October 30
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Connections: October 18
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Crossword: September 11
Crossword: September 11
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Crossword: August 12
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Crossword: April 24
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Crossword: April 1
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Mini Crossword: November 19
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Mini Crossword: November 12
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Mini Crossword: October 30
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Mini Crossword: October 23
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Wordle: November 4
Wordle: November 4
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Review: Indy Scream Park is a perfect level of spook to kickstart the Halloween season [MUSE]
Review: Indy Scream Park is a perfect level of spook to kickstart the Halloween season [MUSE]
Review: “Saturday Night” is a chaotic and thrilling look at the origins of “Saturday Night Live” [MUSE]
Review: “Saturday Night” is a chaotic and thrilling look at the origins of “Saturday Night Live” [MUSE]
Review: “Megalopolis” is a bold, bewildering mess [MUSE]
Review: “Megalopolis” is a bold, bewildering mess [MUSE]
Review in Print: “School of Chocolate” is an exciting, entertaining, binge-watch for everyone [MUSE]
Review in Print: “Masters of the Air” is a brilliant representation of the cruelty of war [MUSE]
Review in Print: Maripaz Villar brings a delightfully unique style to the world of WEBTOON [MUSE]
Review in Print: Maripaz Villar brings a delightfully unique style to the world of WEBTOON [MUSE]
Review: “The Sword of Kaigen” is a masterpiece [MUSE]
Review: “The Sword of Kaigen” is a masterpiece [MUSE]
Review: Gateron Oil Kings, great linear switches, okay price [MUSE]
Review: Gateron Oil Kings, great linear switches, okay price [MUSE]
Review: “A Haunting in Venice” is a significant improvement from other Agatha Christie adaptations [MUSE]
Review: “A Haunting in Venice” is a significant improvement from other Agatha Christie adaptations [MUSE]
Review: A Thanksgiving story from elementary school, still just as interesting [MUSE]
Review: A Thanksgiving story from elementary school, still just as interesting [MUSE]
Review: "When I Fly Towards You", cute, uplifting youth drama [MUSE]
Review: “When I Fly Towards You”, cute, uplifting youth drama [MUSE]
Postcards from Muse: Hawaii Travel Diary [MUSE]
Postcards from Muse: Hawaii Travel Diary [MUSE]
Review: "Ladybug & Cat Noir: The Movie," departure from original show [MUSE]
Review: “Ladybug & Cat Noir: The Movie,” departure from original show [MUSE]
Review in Print: "Hidden Love" is the cute, uplifting drama everyone needs [MUSE]
Review in Print: “Hidden Love” is the cute, uplifting drama everyone needs [MUSE]
Review in Print: "Heartstopper" is the heartwarming queer romance we all need [MUSE]
Review in Print: “Heartstopper” is the heartwarming queer romance we all need [MUSE]
Carmel Eatery EP 2: Is BuffaLouie's Carmel the new place to go?
Carmel Eatery EP 2: Is BuffaLouie’s Carmel the new place to go?
Keeping up with Carmel EP 2: The Halloween Episode, Halloween traditions, and trick or truth?
Keeping up with Carmel EP 2: The Halloween Episode, Halloween traditions, and trick or truth?
Carmel Eatery EP 1: Review of Fat Dan's Chicago-Style Deli
Carmel Eatery EP 1: Review of Fat Dan’s Chicago-Style Deli
Keeping up with Carmel EP 1: Homecoming themes, reality shows, and how to apply for college
Keeping up with Carmel EP 1: Homecoming themes, reality shows, and how to apply for college
HiLite of the Week EP 2: Nov. 6 Weekly News Roundup
HiLite of the Week EP 2: Nov. 6 Weekly News Roundup
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Richa Louis

Richa Louis, Acumen Associate Editor

Hi! My name is Richa Louis and I am one of the Acumen’s associate editors. In the past, I have served as a Feature reporter, photographer, and photo editor for the HiLite. On this page, you can see my work from all of my years on staff. Outside of HiLite, I volunteer at numerous places to give back to my community, participate in an Indian classical dance, and enjoy spending time with my friends and family.

All content by Richa Louis
CHESS CHAMPIONS: Seniors Ava Slowey and Julianne Seldon play chess during their B4 on Jan. 24. According to Slowey, she usually leaves during her release, but decided to stay to play chess.

[Photo] 2019-2020 Photo of the Day

September 5, 2019
LEARNING CHOREO: Sophomore Meg Shaffer (left), junior Lindsay Vrobel (middle) and sophomore Ava Reynolds (right) practice the choreography in class. Vrobel said Allegro will learn new choreography this year to perform at concerts.

[Photo] All(egro) In: Carmel Choirs adds second all-girls competing ensemble this school year

Emily Carlisle
September 20, 2019
ONE STEP AT A TIME: Professional choreographer Jeff Jordan runs through the choreography for the upcoming concert with Allegro. The concert will showcase both the concert choirs and show choirs and will take place on Oct. 2 in the CHS Auditorium.

[Photo] Running the Show: Studio One Acts student directors elaborate on creative liberties while producing show

Bianca Templeton
September 20, 2019
Litebox editor Richa Louis's dogs: Bruno and Lyra

[Photo] Hounds of HiLite

April 16, 2019
Impromptu Interviews: CHTV reporter and junior Cameron Beteet records an interview for CHTV during SRT in the commons. Beteet moved the camera back and adjusted the settings to fit the interviewer and senior Ayanna Newhouse, interviewee and junior Emme Walschlager and interviewee and senior Charlie Hunter.

[Photo] 2018-19 Photo of the Day

November 2, 2018
Get Cultured: Junior Hannah Liu (far right, second row) performs a traditional dance. Liu said reproducing shows is a good way to give exposure to the original show.

Across the Screen: CHS students, IB film teacher share thoughts about spreading culture by remaking TV shows from foreign countries

Richa Louis
December 13, 2018
Sophomore Rishma Chauhan talks to visitors at the temple. She discussed recent and future volunteering events.

Thank You(th) : With upcoming holidays such as Thanksgiving, students give back to community through volunteering

Richa Louis
November 16, 2018
Jeopardy competitor and senior Audrey Satchivi poses with the show’s host, Alex Trebek. He has been a host for over 25 years.

Q&A with senior Audrey Satchivi, who competed in the Jeopardy! Teen Tournament

Richa Louis
November 16, 2018
National Merit Scholarship Reception

[Photo] 45 CHS Students Named National Merit Semi-finalists

HiLite Staff
September 13, 2018
A Bike Carmel participant rides out of a parking lot. Ellie Dyas, avid biker and junior, says that biking helps bring people together.

[Photo] Biking Boom: Students, community members discuss Bike Carmel events, including upcoming Ride, Dine, & Dance this Saturday

Tara Kandallu
August 14, 2018
Piehl Power: New Assistant Principal Valerie Piehl reflects on past, new goals

Piehl Power: New Assistant Principal Valerie Piehl reflects on past, new goals

Richa Louis
August 14, 2018
Model U.N. sponsor Sandy Gardner said Model U.N. will have a meeting to finish this year off. She also said the meeting this week will be filled with food and fun.

Model U.N. to meet for last meeting of the year

Richa Louis
May 22, 2018
VanNatter pulls out his phone to take a picture of the bicycle after master patrol officer Mike Pitman finished his bicycle demonstration. VanNatter said all bicycles, including police bicycles, should have a bell to alert cars of the bicycle’s presence and keep bicycle riders safe from car collisions especially on dark-lit streets.

To Serve and Protect: CHS students, staff reflect on police shortage nationwide

Richa Louis
May 18, 2018
Ayman Bolad, Model U.N. member and sophomore, studies for upcoming finals. Last Thursday, the club decided to not have meetings for the next couple of weeks due to upcoming finals and AP exams.

Model U.N. to not meet for the next couple of weeks

Richa Louis
April 29, 2018
Model UN to attend local conference, Indianapolis Model United Nations (IMUN), one of the two longest-running high school Model UNs in the world.

Model U.N. to attend conference at IUPUI

Richa Louis
March 7, 2018
Model U.N. member and sophomore, Ava Hutchinson, looks over parliamentary procedure packet.

Model U.N. to attend conference at IU

Richa Louis
February 17, 2018
Co-president and junior Danial Tajwer looks over notes for upcoming conference. Tajwer said, “We have finished position papers (for the conference) and most have them been turned in.”

Model U.N. continue to prepare for conference at Earlham

Richa Louis
January 26, 2018
Sophomore Elissa Hage looks at a jarred specimen with her teacher during her principles of biomedical science class. Hage said she enjoys pairing her class with her internship.

[Photo] The Internship: Students at CHS begin to correlate electives they take with internships in order to boost their success in fields of interest

Marissa Ryan
January 25, 2018
Sophomore Elle Nichol sets up miniature Christmas trees over her fireplace. Nichol said she incorporates her German tradition with Christmas.

O’ Christmas Tree: Students put up Christmas decorations, not necessarily for religious aspect

Richa Louis
December 14, 2017
Junior Selin Oh plays the music going along the IB film on her cello. In order to prepare for the concert, Symphony focused on musicality in order to portray IB film students’ desired effects.

[Photo] Movies in Concert: CHS orchestras, IB film students join forces to create joint winter concert

Hannah Gretz
December 14, 2017
Model U.N. member and sophomore Ava Hutchinson attends meeting for Earlham conference. On that day, they practiced for the conference with practice simulations.

Model U.N. to attend conference at Earlham

Richa Louis
December 7, 2017
Model U.N. simulates a conference to practice for next conference. Model U.N. will attend a conference at Earlham College next semester.

Model U.N. members attends conference at Zionsville High School

Richa Louis, Reporter
November 20, 2017
Teacher Appreciation: In honor of American Education Week, CHS students consider how teachers impacts their lives

Teacher Appreciation: In honor of American Education Week, CHS students consider how teachers impacts their lives

Richa Louis
November 17, 2017
Model U.N. members meets to discuss conference at Vanderbilt. They won a total of seven awards at the conference.

Vanderbilt recognizes seven CHS Model U.N. members at conference

Richa Louis
October 24, 2017
TCP Senior Syd Holtzapple practice after school with the marching band. Holtzapple said her extracurriculars often conflict with her schedule and make it difficult to become accustomed to her new symposium schedule.

[Photo] (Sym)ply Inconvenient: CHS seniors consider the decision to participate in the senior symposium schedule

Darrell Cheng
October 26, 2017
Co-president and junior Danial Tajwer looks over notes for the upcoming conference. Tajwer said, “We are going to start writing position papers for that (the conference) very soon.”

Model U.N. to attend conference at Vanderbilt University

Richa Louis, Reporter
October 2, 2017
Model U.N. co-president Danial Tajwer to help freshman members prepare for upcoming conferences. He was also one of the only members that attended a conference as a freshman.

Model U.N. to attend conference at Zionsville High School

Richa Louis, Reporter
September 11, 2017
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